Cultivars range in size from dwarf 6” tall plants to large mounded 3' tall plants. Four-sided stems are semi-succulent. Showy multi-colored leaves are generally ovate to oblong and toothed. Leaves frequently feature mixtures of colors in irregular patterns. Blue to white nettle-like flowers (more common on seed strains) bloom in racemes in summer to early fall, but are not showy and tend to visually detract from the symmetry and attractiveness of the plants. Genus name comes from the Greek words plectron meaning "spur" and anthos meaning "flower" in reference to the spur-shaped flowers of some members of the genus. MONA LAVENDER is a vigorous, upright, rounded, bushy perennial that typically grows to 2’ tall and as wide. Unlike many members of the genus Plectranthus, this hybrid is in fact primarily grown for its attractive lavender flowers which appear over a long bloom period
Mona Lavander Care
Plectranthus Mona
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Humidity
Normal
Lighting
Part Sun
Temperature
-1°C - -2°C
Hardiness zone
9b - 10
Difficulty
Medium
Hibernation
Cold Period
How to Care for the Plant
Water
The Mona lavender will grow best when provided with both regular and even moisture. It's considered a "thirsty" plant and should be watered every few days.
Pruning
Though this plant doesn't require a significant amount of pruning, you can pinch young Mona Lavenders regularly to help encourage branching and the growth of fuller, bushier plants. Long-growing stems can also be snipped.
Fertilizer
The Mona Lavender can be fertilized every six to ten weeks; just be sure to choose a water-soluble variety.
Sunlight
Indirect light works well
Soil
Mona Lavender prefers partial shade in humusy moist soil with good drainage. Grow indoors or place outside in spring where it can receive morning sun to full shade and where you can enjoy the blooms and ornamental foliage.
Temperature
Though this plant will grow in year-round temperatures of 60 to 80 Fahrenheit, the Mona Lavender is also considered to be winter hardy since it can withstand light frosts and temperatures down to 25 or 30 degrees Fahrenheit.
Container
In containers, be sure to choose a soilless medium designed for use in pots. When grown indoors, the Mona Lavender will do best in a spot near either a bright east or south window.
Additional
Non-Toxic MONA LAVENDER is a vigorous, upright, rounded, bushy perennial that typically grows to 2' tall and as wide. Unlike many members of the genus Plectranthus, this hybrid is in fact primarily grown for its attractive lavender flowers which appear over a long bloom period.
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